Definition

A type of rocket fuel made from two different substances that are combined in a combustion chamber to produce thrust.

Example

The spacecraft used a bipropellant system to achieve higher efficiency during its launch.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about how rockets use bipropellant?

Yeah, it's interesting how they separate fuel and oxidizer, right?

Exactly! I read that liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen are common examples of bipropellant.

That makes sense; it must be efficient for combustion in space!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bipropellant → It is formed from "bi-" (meaning two) and "propellant" (from Latin "propellere", meaning to drive forward). The word "bipropellant" refers to a system that uses two propellants to drive a vehicle or object forward.

Memory Tip

Think of 'two' ('bi-') driving something forward ('propellere') — that's why bipropellant refers to a system using two propellants.

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